This section defines key terms such as 'bail commissioner' and 'judge' in Philadelphia's judicial system, clarifying their roles and distinctions. It also mandates training and examination requirements for certain judicial officers not licensed as attorneys before they assume office. Amendments have clarified the rights and retirement benefits of magistrates and bail commissioners.
A bail commissioner in Pennsylvania is an arraignment court magistrate in Philadelphia responsible for setting bail and related duties within the judicial system.
Yes, magistrates, bail commissioners, and judges not licensed as attorneys must complete a training course and pass an examination before assuming office.
Yes, amendments specify that magistrates and bail commissioners do not have different retirement benefits from those available before the amendments, clarifying their rights.
The amendments clarify definitions of judicial roles and specify training requirements, as well as address retirement and benefit provisions for certain judicial officers.